The Holy Qur’an introduces all creatures and possible beings in existence as glorifiers (musabbiḥāt) of the Divine. Numerous verses emphasize that the cosmos, in its totality and universality, is composed of components that, without exception, are perpetually engaged in tasbīḥ (glorification). The nature and essence of tasbīḥ as one of the most significant Qur’anic concepts has been widely discussed among scholars of the Qur’an. The two primary perspectives in this regard are the theory of tasbīḥ ḥālī (attitudinal or metaphorical glorification) and tasbīḥ qālī (verbal or literal glorification). Relying on a descriptive-analytical method, this study seeks to examine the true nature of this profound concept and propose a third viewpoint. This is achieved through the lens of imagery—one of the mechanisms employed by the Qur’an to elucidate its intended meaning. The findings indicate that the Qur’an itself, through its illustrative techniques, effectively conveys its message regarding tasbīḥ to the reader. As a third perspective resulting from the approach derived from Qur’anic imagery and narrative corroboration, tasbīḥ is understood as the motion and dynamism of existence—a perpetual and purposeful movement throughout the entire cosmos, including all its components and particles.
Aram,M. R. and Ghozat,H. S. (2025). An Approach to the Essence of Tasbīḥ Through the Lens of Qur'anic Imagery and Narrative Explication. Ahl al-Bayt (as) Teachings, 3(1), 59-84. doi: 10.22034/jatj.2025.561183.1066
MLA
Aram,M. R. , and Ghozat,H. S. . "An Approach to the Essence of Tasbīḥ Through the Lens of Qur'anic Imagery and Narrative Explication", Ahl al-Bayt (as) Teachings, 3, 1, 2025, 59-84. doi: 10.22034/jatj.2025.561183.1066
HARVARD
Aram M. R., Ghozat H. S. (2025). 'An Approach to the Essence of Tasbīḥ Through the Lens of Qur'anic Imagery and Narrative Explication', Ahl al-Bayt (as) Teachings, 3(1), pp. 59-84. doi: 10.22034/jatj.2025.561183.1066
CHICAGO
M. R. Aram and H. S. Ghozat, "An Approach to the Essence of Tasbīḥ Through the Lens of Qur'anic Imagery and Narrative Explication," Ahl al-Bayt (as) Teachings, 3 1 (2025): 59-84, doi: 10.22034/jatj.2025.561183.1066
VANCOUVER
Aram M. R., Ghozat H. S. An Approach to the Essence of Tasbīḥ Through the Lens of Qur'anic Imagery and Narrative Explication. Ahl al-Bayt (as) Teachings, 2025; 3(1): 59-84. doi: 10.22034/jatj.2025.561183.1066